The major revamp of a riverside footpath will go ahead with £287,000 in funding, despite triggering protests and fallout between councillors.

Cabinet members have given the final green light for the resurfacing of the West Lynn path, which runs along the banks of the Great Ouse river.

The project will make the route more accessible. It currently is known for turning into a muddy bog during periods of heavy rain, making it impassable for wheelchair users and pushchairs.

Eastern Daily Press: Entrance to the path from the Freebridge (Clenchwarton Road) sideEntrance to the path from the Freebridge (Clenchwarton Road) side (Image: Google)

It serves as a vital link for West Lynn residents heading to the ferry, allowing pedestrians to get to King's Lynn town centre while avoiding busy roads.

Attempts to gain funding for the scheme in a campaign, led by Independent councillor Alexandra Kemp and Labour's Charles Joyce, had led to a fallout after Kemp claimed an "act of skulduggery" had taken place after funding was initially refused.

Eastern Daily Press: The route of the footpath that locals want surfacedThe route of the footpath that locals want surfaced (Image: Google)

This was due to members of the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) panel wanting more quotes for the work to determine it was value for money.

However Ms Kemp complained it had been turned down unfairly, spurring protests by the West Lynn Action Group.

Eastern Daily Press: Councillor Alexandra KempCouncillor Alexandra Kemp (Image: Chris Bishop)

Councillors later made a U-turn and agreed to fund the project, which has now been given the final seal of approval by cabinet members.

The West Lynn footpath runs along the banks of the Great OuseThe West Lynn footpath runs along the banks of the Great Ouse (Image: Alexandra Kemp)

Following the decision, Ms Kemp said: "It's been a long hard slog but we got there in the end.

"We fought very hard for this important green infrastructure project, which will make such a difference to people of all walking abilities. 

"They say when the going gets tough, the tough get going, and so we did. We walked right up West Lynn River Bank, with our banners, and took a stand for the public good.

"It is all about not giving up."

Eastern Daily Press: The riverbank path at the end connecting to West Lynn ferryThe riverbank path at the end connecting to West Lynn ferry (Image: Google)

Now funding has been secured work can continue on the revamp project, subject to planning approval.